ABOUT US
Architecture & Design Studio
Architecture as Art. Living as Experience.
At BDA Architectural studio, we believe a home should be more than shelter — it should be a story, a sanctuary, a living work of art. We specialize in Bespoke residential architecture, crafting spaces that are deeply personal, timelessly beautiful, and meticulously detailed.
Each project is an intimate collaboration. We listen, interpret, and translate your lifestyle and aspirations into architecture that reflects who you are — and who you’re becoming.
Built on Vision. Guided by Experience.
Founded by Bruce Dickson, with over 30 years of experience designing exceptional homes across South Africa , the studio is grounded in deep expertise and a passion for original, human-centered design.
Bruce ’s career has spanned private estates, coastal retreats, urban residences, and everything in between. With a keen eye for proportion, materiality he leads the studio with the belief that great architecture starts with great relationships — and that homes should feel as good as they look.
What We Do
We offer end-to-end architectural services with a focus on custom residential design. From initial vision to the final detail, we are hands-on, thoughtful, and uncompromising in our pursuit of quality.
No templates. No shortcuts. Just architecture that fits — like it was always meant to be.
Our Design Philosophy
We approach architecture as an emotional experience — one that is lived, felt, and remembered.
Contextual Sensitivity – honoring landscape, light, and climate
Emotional Functionality – creating comfort through form and flow
Sustainable Craftsmanship – building beautifully, and responsibly
Collaborative Creativity – because the best design is never one-sided
Let’s Build Something Beautiful
From Clifftop hideaways to urban sanctuaries, we create homes that feel invitable as if they grew from the ground up to belong entirely to you. We don’t follow trends. We follow your story.
With the wisdom of 30+ years behind us and a vision firmly rooted in the future, BDA is ready to bring your dream home to life — with experience you can trust, and design you can truly feel.